The design team is responsible for all areas of interior design for all Gallaher Companies construction projects. Duties start with construction plan set review and end with the installation of furnishings for all public and shared spaces in buildings. During this process, which can last several years, work commences in coordination with the drafting team, the construction department and landscape architects. The pace is rapid and the culture collaborative, creative and production oriented.
To begin, the development of a design scheme consistent with the building architecture takes place. Consideration of the ultimate use of the interior spaces is paramount. Function, health and safety for occupant use are all elements that are addressed in the choice of lighting, color, and materials. When a design direction is determined the specification of interior finishes commences. Virtually every interior finish, from flooring to cabinets and countertops, to plumbing fixtures, light fixtures and paint color needs to be detailed. Once the interior finishes are specified then the selection of furniture and accessories can begin. As furniture selection finalizes purchase orders are placed. Purchasing is a critical part of the department and involves a detailed and lengthy process to get pricing, place orders, track orders, schedule deliveries, and keep records per project to submit to the finance department for end of year accounting needs.
The Design department as a team works with the company to ensure the finished product is aesthetically pleasing and functional. Being intimately involved from beginning to end lends itself to ensuring standards ofexcellence are achieved.